> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://home-sso--eigenlayer.gitbook.io/us/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://home-sso--eigenlayer.gitbook.io/us/eigen-layer-or-ethereums-restaking-protocol.md).

# Eigen Layer | Ethereum’s restaking protocol

EigenLayer is a platform that allows staked ETH to be used as security for other blockchains, such as rollups, bridges, oracles, and more. Learn how to restake ETH.

##                                                                  [Eigen Layer](https://www.eigenlayer.xyz/)

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[Eigen Layer](https://www.eigenlayer.xyz/) is a protocol that enables decentralized and scalable services on Ethereum. Learn about its features, whitepaper, restaking, node operation, AVS development, and